Kemi Badenoch on List by Man Accused of Killing Ann Widdecombe
A man accused of murdering Reform UK politician Ann Widdecombe allegedly compiled a 'reconnaissance' list of around 100 MPs, including UK Trade Secretary Kemi Badenoch.
British Trade Secretary Kemi Badenoch was reportedly on a list of approximately 100 Members of Parliament that was allegedly compiled by the man accused of killing Reform UK politician Ann Widdecombe. The name of the Conservative leader appeared in an online dossier said to have been created by Joshua Kerry prior to the alleged murder of Widdecombe in July.
Kerry, 28, is also facing charges related to an alleged terrorist plot involving an attempted break-in at Nigel Farage's home. Authorities reportedly found the list, which included prominent Conservative and Reform UK politicians, at his residence. Among the names reportedly on the list are Tom Tugendhat, Robert Jenrick, Lee Anderson, Richard Tice, and independent MP Rosie Duffield.
Investigators have stated that none of the politicians on the list are being treated as victims or witnesses in the ongoing counter-terrorism inquiry, as there is no evidence to suggest any attacks were planned against them. No charges have been brought forward concerning this particular list.
Westminster Magistrates' Court heard that Kerry allegedly spent nearly two years researching "prominent people and institutions" between May 2024 and July 2026. This research reportedly included obtaining details about Nigel Farage's residence. Kerry is accused of attempting to force entry into Farage's home in April of the previous year while allegedly armed with lighter fluid, an act described as being in "preparation of terrorist acts."
Ann Widdecombe, 78, died on July 8, having sustained 21 blows to the head with a hammer. A court artist sketch of Kerry, 28, appearing at Westminster Magistrates' Court on Wednesday was released.
Politicians have expressed concern and criticized law enforcement and the Home Secretary for the delayed notification regarding their presence on the alleged list. Lee Anderson, Reform UK chairman and MP for Ashfield, stated that he believed the police and the Home Secretary had "let us down" and that MPs "are not feeling safe."
Kerry was charged last week with one count of preparation of terrorist acts in relation to the alleged incident at Farage's home. He has not yet entered pleas and is scheduled to appear at the Old Bailey for a pre-trial hearing.